For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,466 students in 39204, MS.
The top ranked public high schools in 39204, MS are Jim Hill High School and Wingfield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39204 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39204, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39204 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jim Hill High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39204, MS Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jim Hill High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2185 Coach Fred Harris Dr
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 960-5354
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 960-5354
Grades: 9-12
| 876 students
Rank: #22.
Wingfield High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1985 Scanlon Drive
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4350
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4350
Grades: 9-12
| 590 students
Rank: n/an/a
Youth Court School
Alternative School
940 East Mcdowell Road
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 985-3061
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 985-3061
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
39204, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1020 Hunter Street
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 960-5339
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 960-5339
Grades: PK-5
| 135 students
2930 Mcdowell Road Extension
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4300
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4300
Grades: K-5
| 323 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39204, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39204, MS include Jim Hill High School and Wingfield High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39204?
3 public high schools are located in 39204.
What is the racial composition of students in 39204?
39204 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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